The Ashley School

About The Ashley School

The Ashley School Academy Trust is an Outstanding special school for children with complex moderate learning difficulties. We provide a safe, secure, supportive, empathetic and nurturing environment to enable all pupils to achieve their best possible outcomes.

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Key Facts

Head/Principal Mr Tom Ward

Rating Breakdown

Based on published reviews

Safety & Security 4.5

Teaching Quality 4.5

Communication 4.5

Student Wellbeing 4.5

Facilities 4.5

School Workforce

Teacher and staff information • 2024-2025

Note: These figures are estimated based on national averages. Actual school-level data not yet available.

20.0:1

Pupil-Teacher Ratio

Good

9.5

Teachers (FTE)

Estimated workforce data based on GIAS enrollment and national average ratios. Academic year 2024-2025.

Secondary School Results (Key Stage 4)

Exam performance data • 2023-2024

0.8

Attainment 8

Average grade across 8 subjects

-1.54

Progress 8

Well below average

0.0%

English & Maths 9-5

Strong pass in both

0.0%

English & Maths 9-4

Standard pass in both

Additional Information

0.0% entered EBacc

0.0% achieved EBacc

21 pupils in cohort

Data from DfE Performance Tables for academic year 2023-2024. Published January 2024. View full performance tables

Reviews 3

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Emily W Unconfirmed

Parent Feb 15, 2022

5.0

"Our daughter's happiness is the greatest reward"

We've been incredibly happy with the Ashley School. The staff are supportive and enthusiastic, and the facilities are top-notch. My daughter has flourished here, making friends and achieving her potential. We can't praise it enough!

Safety & Wellbeing 5/5

Teaching & Learning 5/5

Communication 5/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 5/5

Facilities 5/5

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Ruth K Unconfirmed

Parent Sep 22, 2021

4.0

"A great school with a warm and welcoming atmosphere"

We've had a great experience at the Ashley School. The teachers are dedicated and the curriculum is engaging. Our daughter loves the library and the swimming pool. The values of the school - inclusivity, empathy, and respect - really shine through in everyday life.

Safety & Wellbeing 4/5

Teaching & Learning 4/5

Communication 4/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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Gareth P Unconfirmed

Parent Jun 10, 2020

4.0

"Some ups and downs, but overall a positive experience"

We had mixed feelings about the Ashley School during our time there. The staff were often overworked and under-resourced, which sometimes led to inconsistent care. However, the school's commitment to special needs education was genuinely impressive, and our son thrived in the residential program. It's a complex place, but we're grateful for the experience.

Safety & Wellbeing 3/5

Teaching & Learning 3/5

Communication 3/5

Mental & Emotional Wellbeing 4/5

Facilities 4/5

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